Author Archives: Pattison Media
Why is Saskatchewan spending $650M more? Gov’t offers explanation
This week, the provincial government put out special warrants for $650 million in extra spending in the 2025-26 fiscal year, but the Orders in Council didn't explain why. The government is now offerin...
Feb 20, 2026 In the last week, the provincial government has put out $650 million of special warrants for spending that wasn’t covered off in the 2025-26 budget. (Image Credit: File photo/CJME)
Makwa Sahgaiehcan Annual Youth and Wellness Ice Fishing Derby
The Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation Youth and Wellness Fishing Derby will be March 15 at Makwa Lake.See the poster for details.
Feb 20, 2026 Makwa Sahgaiehcan Annual Youth and Wellness Ice Fishing Derby (Image Credit: Makwa Sagaiehcan First Nation)
Canoe Lake Cree First Nation 12th Annual Fish Derby
Canoe Lake Cree First Nation is hosting its 12 Annual Fish Derby March 12th.See the poster for full details.
Feb 20, 2026 (Image Credit: Canoe Lake Cree First Nation)
Nuclear Safety Commission greenlights Wheeler River uranium mine
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has given the green light to a planned uranium mine in northern Saskatchewan, the last regulatory hurdle needed before the mine could start construction. Accordi...
Feb 20, 2026 Denison's Wheeler River uranium mine will begin construction soon after being approved by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. (Image Credit: Denison Mines website)
‘We’re entwined and entangled’: Meadow Lake teacher behind medal design for 2026 Sask. Winter Games
As athletes step onto the podium at the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games, the medals placed around their necks carry more than victories.They carry a piece of Meadow Lake, designed by a local woman whos...
Feb 19, 2026 Medals for the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games, designed by Meadow Lake teacher Sara Cydejko, are shown in photo. (Image Credit: Saskatchewan Games Council)
Red Pheasant Cree Nation celebrates success at fourth annual Winterfest
Red Pheasant Cree Nation's Chief is highlighting a job well done after a weekend of sporting events. For three days, athletes gathered at the First Nation to participate in the fourth annual Winterfes...
Feb 19, 2026 Local Chiefs dropping the puck during opening ceremonies at Winterfest. (Image Credit: Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs/ Facebook)
Ontario man wins Canadian Challenge Dog Sled Race
Jesse Terry, of Sioux Lookout, Ont., is the winner of the 10-dog Canadian Challenge Sled Dog Race. He finished the race in 38 hours and two minutes, arriving at the finish line in La Ronge at 12:20 a....
Feb 19, 2026 Jesse Terry, who won the Candian Challenge in 2022 and 2023, faced blizzard conditions on the trail this year. (Image Credit: Facebook/Canadian Challenge Sled Dog Race)
Booking Seasonal Camping at Sask Parks
In case you missed it, Sask Parks camping reservations open Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7 a.m.! Monday: Seasonal campingTuesday to Friday: Nightly camping, with different parks available each day It's g...
Feb 19, 2026 Seasonal Camping Booking (Image Credit: SaskParks)
RCMP searching for man who escaped police during raid
Pelican Narrows RCMP are asking the public to remain vigilant and report any sightings of a wanted 28-year-old man. Solomon Custer is being sought by police following his escape from officers during h...
Feb 19, 2026 Pelican Narrows RCMP are actively searching for 28-year-old Solomon Custer. (Image Credit: RCMP/submitted)
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
LONDON (AP) - Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former British prince who was stripped of his royal titles because of his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested Thursday on suspic...
Feb 19, 2026 Then-Britain's Prince Andrew, left, and Britain's King Charles III leave after the Requiem Mass service for the Duchess of Kent at Westminster Cathedral in London, Sept. 16, 2025. (Image Credit: AP Photo/Joanna Chan, File)